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pointless
adjective point·less \ˈpȯint-ləs\
: having no meaning, purpose, or effect
Full Definition of POINTLESS
1
: devoid of meaning : senseless <a pointless remark>
2
: devoid of effectiveness : flat <pointless attempts to be funny>
— point·less·ly adverb
— point·less·ness noun
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First Known Use of POINTLESS
1582
Related to POINTLESS
- Synonyms
- empty, inane, meaningless, senseless
- Antonyms
- meaningful, significant
POINTLESSNESS Defined for Kids
pointless
adjective point·less \ˈpȯint-ləs\
Definition of POINTLESS for Kids
: having no meaning or purpose <a pointless story> <pointless attempts>
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